Famous and somewhat infamous, we begin this relaxing and peaceful tour early in the morning at one of the UK's most recognizable landmarks: the Tower of London. A former fortress, prison, and macabre execution site for three queens of England, you'll have privileged access to the Tower before its opening to the public and watch the opening ceremony (if option selected) performed by the Yeoman Warders, or Beefeaters, as they are better known.
Our morning tour also avoids the crowds that form later and allows you to be one of the first to see the Crown Jewels. These official regalia and regalia worn by the sovereign of the United Kingdom have been housed in this jewelry store for 600 years and include swords, crowns, scepters, globes, rings, and more.
From here, we'll accompany you on a relaxing boat ride along the River Thames to enjoy the beautiful sites while our expert local guide points out notable landmarks. Once we reach the Embankment, you'll have the option to watch the Changing of the Guard, a famous display of British tradition and military precision. This captivating ceremony may include the Changing of the Guard on Foot or the Changing of the Guard on Horseback, depending on the schedule. Alternatively, you can opt for a fully guided walking tour of the vibrant City of Westminster. Immersed in centuries of history, explore the foundations of the British monarchy as every corner reveals stories of kings, queens, political intrigue, and cultural milestones.
Your morning ends at Buckingham Palace—which seems like a grand bastion to the rest of us, but to the royals, it's home sweet home. Here, you'll have plenty of time to snap photos that will last a lifetime, especially from the iconic balcony where the royal family does their well-rehearsed slow hand wave during important events. It's a wonderful way to end a perfect morning in London with your expert local guide. Notes: - Extra measures may be implemented at some locations due to increased security. As a result, we may experience delays in passing through mandatory security checks upon entering these locations. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denial of entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, backpacks, or bags on your tour.
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any disability requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or strollers on our group tours.
- Photography without flash is permitted at the Tower of London.
London's tourist attractions are among the most popular in the world. Skip-the-line access and careful planning limit our exposure to crowds, but be aware that some locations can be unavoidably busy during normal hours.
- The weather can be quite changeable in London, please make sure you bring suitable rain gear if needed.
- We reserve the right to refuse participation in our tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests or our staff.
- This tour involves a fair amount of walking. Therefore, we recommend comfortable shoes for all guests.
- We will do everything in our power to ensure that schedules and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, schedules and locations are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions.
NOTICE
- Please note that there will be no guides inside the Jewel House and the White Tower at the Tower of London, as this is prohibited by the site.
- The Changing of the Guard is subject to date, time, and cancellation changes at the discretion of the British authorities. Cancellations due to bad weather or other circumstances are not announced until the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, you will receive a walking tour of the City of Westminster instead.
- Please note that the Changing of the Guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either the Foot Guards or the Horse Guards.
- Please note that the Changing of the Guard ceremony is not included if your tour departs after 9:00 AM. On these days, you will receive a walking tour of the City of Westminster instead.
Highlights
Morning tour of the Tower of London, without queues and without crowds
Enjoy a scenic cruise on the River Thames as you take in iconic London views along its famous banks.
Disembark the boat and, depending on the day, watch the Changing of the Guard or take a guided walking tour of the vibrant City of Westminster.
What includes and does not include
VIP Early Access to the Tower of London
Headphones when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
Boat trip on the River Thames
City of Westminster Walking Tour (if guard ceremonies are not available)
English-speaking expert tour guide
Watch the changing of the guard
Roundtrip transportation to hotels
Food, beverages and other unspecified services
Optional tips
Opening ceremony
Meeting point
Ponto de Encontro: ATENÇÃO! O PONTO DE ENCONTRO NÃO É NA TORRE DE LONDRES! Diretamente em frente ao Escritório de Bilhetes na Torre de Londres, procure pelo sinal da CityWonders. Coordenadas GPS: 51.508942, -0.078180 - É responsabilidade de tod...
Para cancelamentos até 24 horas antes do horário de início do serviço, não há cobrança. Para cancelamentos solicitadas com 24 horas ou menos, não há devolução. Será cobrado o valor integral. Se o serviço for cancelado pelo operador devido a imprevistos de qualquer ordem, o valor será reembolsado integralmente.
General Rules
- Additional measures may be implemented at some locations due to increased global security. As a result, we may experience delays in passing through mandatory security checkpoints at these locations. Additional measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought into the venue. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly recommend that you avoid bringing large purses, backpacks, or bags on your tour. - We regret to inform you that we cannot accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any disability that requires special assistance. We also cannot accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours. - Photography without flash is permitted at the Tower of London. London's tourist attractions are among the most popular in the world. Skip-the-line access and careful planning limit our exposure to crowds, but be aware that some locations may be unavoidably crowded during normal hours. - The weather can be quite changeable in London, so make sure you bring suitable rain gear if needed. - We reserve the right to refuse participation in our tours to any guest under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or to any guest whose behavior is disorderly or poses a threat to other guests or our staff. - This tour involves a lot of walking, so we recommend comfortable shoes for all participants. - We will do everything in our power to ensure that schedules and itineraries are respected; however, due to matters beyond our control, schedules and locations are subject to last-minute changes on rare occasions.
TO PERCEIVE - Please note that there will be no guides inside the Jewel House and White Tower at the Tower of London, as this is prohibited by the site. - The Changing of the Guard is subject to change in date, time, and cancellation at the discretion of the British authorities. Cancellations due to bad weather or other circumstances will only be announced on the morning of the ceremony. When this occurs, you will participate in a walking tour of the City of Westminster. - Please note that the Changing of the Guard schedule may change and on different dates we will see either the Foot Guard or the Horse Guard. - Please note that the Changing of the Guard ceremony is not included if your tour departs after 9:00 AM. On these days, you will take a walking tour of the City of Westminster.
